The Happy Time
1952, English. Directed by Richard Fleischer.
"Eet ees magnifique". And it's all about the birds and the bees...and a lot of delightful people.
A violinist and his brother guide one's son through his crush on the family maid in 1920s Ottawa.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Happy Time isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Richard FleischerDirector
- Charles BoyerJacques Bonnard
- Louis JourdanUncle Desmond Bonnard
- Marsha HuntSusan Bonnard
- Bobby DriscollRobert 'Bibi' Bonnard
- Linda ChristianMignonette Chappuis
- Kurt KasznarUncle Louis Bonnard
- Marcel DalioGrandpere Bonnard
- Jeanette NolanFelice Bonnard
- Jack RaineMr. Frye - School Principal
- Richard ErdmanAlfred Grattin
- Marlene CameronPeggy O'Hare
- Gene CollinsJimmy Bishop
Details
- Released
- 30 October 1952
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Earl Felton, Robert Fontaine
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The Happy Time: quick answers
Is The Happy Time worth watching?
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How long is The Happy Time?
The Happy Time runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does The Happy Time have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Happy Time. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Happy Time parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Happy Time is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Happy Time on?
The Happy Time isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Happy Time?
If you liked The Happy Time, try Let's Make Love, Watching the Detectives, Thoroughly Modern Millie.
Who directed The Happy Time?
The Happy Time (1952) was directed by Richard Fleischer and stars Charles Boyer, Louis Jourdan, Marsha Hunt.